1994 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2001 Honda Insight
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 900 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Bristol Blenheim is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight. 1994 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Bristol Blenheim | 2001 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | Blenheim | Insight |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
